Mother of boy whose death sparked Syrian revolution calls for justice against Assad

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Hamza al-Khatib's death in 2011 sparked protests against Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria. Recently, his family learned that Hamza's brother, Omar, died in custody, deepening their grief despite the regime's fall. In Deraa, where the revolution began, celebrations erupted as rebel forces took Damascus. Local leaders express joy but also a desire for justice against Assad for the suffering endured by many families. The opposition in Deraa is now united but faces challenges ahead. Concerns remain about potential chaos and the resurgence of groups like Islamic State, as the path to lasting peace in Syria remains uncertain.


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